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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Montaigne's writing does not appear to be what?
(a) Approachable.
(b) Respectful.
(c) Condescending.
(d) Conventional.

2. Montaigne's secretary favorably compares their lodgings in Rome to what location?
(a) The Gold Vase.
(b) The Gilded Lilly.
(c) The Rose.
(d) The Saucer.

3. Montaigne says that the Roman dishes are superior to French dishes made of what?
(a) Copper.
(b) Wood.
(c) Clay.
(d) Pewter.

4. Montaigne suggests that which of the following contributed most to his performance as a husband?
(a) Study and discussion with friends.
(b) Prayer.
(c) Submission to the arrangements of marriage.
(d) Strong communication and compromise.

5. Montaigne's general attitude towards women was what?
(a) Dislike.
(b) Ignorance.
(c) Tolerance.
(d) Respect.

Short Answer Questions

1. Montaigne's secretary notes near the end of Travel Journal: Chapter 13, that the region they are in was once controlled by what nation?

2. Montaigne visits what type of a religious site dedicated to St. George?

3. Montaigne says that women know more than men about what?

4. In what month did Montaigne arrive in Rome?

5. Montaigne's perspective causes him to focus on what?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Montaigne say about truth?

2. Why does Montaigne believe that women know more about love?

3. Overall, what is Montaigne's writing style like?

4. Describe the culture of public bathing that is discussed in Montaigne's journal.

5. What does Montaigne say about the differences in the desires of men and women?

6. What church promotion occurred in Trent while Montaigne was there?

7. What was Montaigne interested in learning about in Trent?

8. What are Montaigne's influences in his "Apology to Raymond Sebond"?

9. Why did Montaigne write his travel journals?

10. Why did Montaigne undertake his travels?

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